EI: what’s left to do
The angst over an assault on seasonal industries has been overblown since towns with a high percentage of seasonal work would be almost totally unaffected by the new rules.
StatsCan: Fewer Nova Scotians drawing EI
Despite blanket regional statements from Ottawa about EI dependence in Atlantic Canada, the latest StatsCan report showing fewer Nova Scotians drawing EI suggests the jobs market is more nuanced.
StatsCan: Fewer Nova Scotians drawing EI
Despite blanket regional statements from Ottawa about EI dependence in Atlantic Canada, the latest StatsCan report showing fewer Nova Scotians drawing EI suggests the jobs market is more nuanced.
N.S. unemployment level spikes again
Nova Scotia's unemployment rate surged to 9.2%, while both New Brunswick and Newfoundland and Labrador posted job gains. Charles Cirtwill said the modest growth in other Atlantic provinces reflects a friendlier business environment and lower taxes.
Fishing for Change
AIMS Board Chair John Risley argues that reform to the current Fisheries Act and entire Canadian fishing industry is needed if we are to maintain the industry and create jobs.
[VIDEO] Census data portrays a senior boom in the Maritimes
[VIDEO] latest census confirms Nova Scotia has highest percentage of senior citizens in Canada. AIMS says major adjustments will need to be made and the lifestyles of Canadians will change as a result, with a greater focus on caring for family.
[VIDEO] Charles Cirtwill and Ezra Levant: Discussing EI changes
[VIDEO] AIMS President and CEO Charles Cirtwill joins Ezra Levant on The Source to discuss the recent changes to EI and how they impact the Maritimes.
Economic development: Too many tentacles?
As Ottawa plans to pull funding from 50-odd regional development organizations, an AIMS report questions if they are necessary, or if there is a better way to provide localized investment advice.
[AUDIO] Assessing the EI changes
AIMS President Charles Cirtwill and others offer insight as to how new Conservative EI policy will affect Atlantic Canadians, on CBC Information Morning.
Mayor OK with giving people equalization payments
AIMS' idea of giving federal equalization payments directly to individuals, instead of provincial or municipal governments, has some merit, according to CBRM Mayor John Morgan.